The Faint

The Profile

The Faint are an American dance‑punk/new wave band from Omaha, Nebraska, formed in 1995 and closely associated with Saddle Creek Records. Emerging from the local indie scene (early on as Norman Bailer), they shifted from guitar-led indie rock to a synth-forward attack, culminating in acclaimed releases like Danse Macabre (2001) and Wet From Birth (2004).

American band from Omaha, Nebraska; formed in 1995; associated with Saddle Creek Records; early name Norman Bailer; evolved from indie rock to electro‑synthpop/dance‑punk; Danse Macabre (2001) and Wet From Birth (2004) are key releases; Wet From Birth worked with producer Mike Mogis; active 1995–present.

One review digs into Wet From Birth (2004), placing it just below Danse Macabre while praising its bold, synth-driven bite. It traces The Faint’s Omaha roots and Saddle Creek ties, noting their shift from indie rock to electro-synthpop. References span Depeche Mode, Human League, Talking Heads, and punk inspirations, with Mogis at the production helm. Verdict: eclectic, cheeky, and proudly over-the-top.